The Spirit in the World: Emerging Pentecostal Theologies in Global Contexts

By Veli-Matti Kärkkäinen

Book Overview

Pentecostal scholars from four continents here offer constructive theological proposals focusing on the role of the Holy Spirit in diverse cultural and religious contexts. Typical Pentecostal topics -- Spirit-baptism, healing, and other charisms -- are interwoven with such themes as post-colonialism, religious plurality, racial diversity, and cultural heritage.

Contributors:
Deidre Helen Crumbley
Ogbu U. Kalu
Veli-Matti K rkk inen
Wonsuk Ma
Frank D. Macchia
J rgen Moltmann
Opoku Onyinah
Douglas Petersen
Margaret M. Poloma
Paulson Pulikottil
Tony Richie
Amos Yong
Koo Dong Yun

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802862810
• ISBN13: 9780802862815
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.9" x 8.9"